The office culture (before the merge with Depot) was fun yet an environment where you could learn and be challenged. Management was approachable and eager to help. Recognized for your hard work. Management kept employees in mind.

Cons

Merged with Office Depot and culture changed - less recognition and lower morale. Also associate discount at stores are not that great.

Advice to ManagementAdvice

Consider blending the cultures of both companies. An enjoyable work environment and employee recognition can do wonders for morale and employee work ethic.

Sales development programs, training summits, commission, flexible hours, networking opportunities, cross-training, ease of transfer, over all belief that if the employee is happy, the business aspect will work itself out, excellent HR program

Cons

Managers tend to be able to manipulate processes that are more universal, going from store to store you tend to have to adapt and figure things out upon transfer, new hire training for lower positions wasn't beneficial, very much hands on training